Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 194g - 102 x 62 x 24mm
- Announced June 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched January 2015

Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-H10 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-H10 was launched 6 years prior to the SZ10 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-H10 scores versus the SZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H10 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H10 over the Panasonic SZ10
EX-H10 | SZ10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Casio EX-H10
SZ10 | EX-H10 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2009 | Newer by 67 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H10 and Panasonic SZ10
EX-H10 | SZ10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H10 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-H10 compared to the SZ10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H10 and SZ10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H10 and SZ10.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ10 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-H10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H10 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-06-11 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 1.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 62 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $300 | $200 |